1983 Fiat Uno vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 224 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Uno | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Uno | 440 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
